Selton Mello

About

Selton Figueiredo Melo, known as Selton Mello (born December 30, 1972) one of Brazil’s most respected actors and directors, has built a remarkable career spanning four decades. From his beginnings as a child actor to his status as a celebrated artist, Mello has consistently demonstrated his passion for storytelling and connection with audiences. Born in Passos, Minas Gerais, Mello began acting in Brazilian television soap operas during the 1980s. His talent quickly earned him recognition, leading to his transition to cinema. In the 1990s, he gained acclaim with films such as Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) and O Auto da Compadecida (A Dog’s Will). The latter remains a cultural classic, with Mello’s role as Chicó highlighting his comedic timing and depth. Mello’s versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse filmography, including Meu Nome Não É Johnny (My Name Ain’t...

Known for

The Next VictimSeries • 1995Força de um DesejoSeries • 1999Pedra Sobre PedraSeries • 1992Power PlaySeries • 1984TropicalienteSeries • 1994Little MissySeries • 1986A IndomadaSeries • 1997Brava GenteSeries • 2000Olho no OlhoSeries • 1993In the Emperor's TimesSeries • 2021Sessão de TerapiaSeries • 2012AnacondaMovie • 2025I'm Still HereMovie • 2024Os MaiasSeries • 2001A Dog's WillMovie • 2000The MechanismSeries • 2018TrashMovie • 2014Os NormaisSeries • 2001O Auto da CompadecidaSeries • 1999Babenco: Tell Me When I DieMovie • 2020LinoMovie • 2017Rio 2096: A Story of Love and FuryMovie • 2013Four Days in SeptemberMovie • 1997NinaMovie • 2004